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I vote that you keep this as an upgrade when you do the gold edition. Maybe on princess trainer first ?

Personaly, I like the one on the right :)

I like the new buttons. They make the game feel like its own project and not a sequel to princess trainer or magic shop. As for the time issue I am sure we can all wait just a little longer till you think the game is perfect. Though a earlier release with the original buttons and an update with the new buttons is a good idea.

My opinion is stick with the "default" buttons. They worked in Princess Trainer and I'm of the mind if you consider doing this put it on the very bottom of your mountain of a to-do list. Awesome of you to ask for our input.

I think no one would argue that the ucustom buttons look better. But people are going to vote for the default one because they're afraid the custom buttons will delay the game.

I do like the the extra images with the buttons I think you shouldn't go with them if it gives you an extra job

Tbh, the custom buttons look a bit clunky. Would it really be worth the effort for a bunch of clunky buttons that don't really provide anything? Best to spend that time on making the game more awesome.

A the question of polish and productivity. The buttons make the game seem more polished, but as others have said, are not necessary. You are talking to a rabid fan base who are dying to get their hands on the game, so I would guess the "leave buttons as-is will win out." I do feel that polish is important for quality work. Little improvements like this make the game just feel "better" overall. Yet, as I work on my own game, I know just how freakin' time consuming adding polish can be. So, I would say it is up to YOU. How do you envision your released product? If you feel the buttons would leave you more satisfied with the HT, then add them. I'm sure I will love the game either way, and will (im)patiently wait to play it!

I like the size of the original one better, but I think having colorful icons associated with the choices make them easier to identify at a glance and adds some flair to it. I dont know if I like the scroll effect though. It adds visual clutter without adding anything.

Custom buttons look great but seems to be a bit too big and don't really make place for as much options as with the default buttons. Also it's just aesthetic it doesn't add anything to the gameplay and it's maybe a risk to bring up bugs in the game and loose more time to the release we are all impatiently waiting for. Maybe in Princess Trainer Gold or in an update of HT if there is one, when you'll have more time to invest to the aesthetic aspect.

I'd say default is fine and functional, custom looks better. Perhaps leave the default for the initial release, and add the custom buttons later in an updated version?

If you have a fixed deadline and you have to spend additional time on creating these, don't bother, they're fine. If not and it won't take much time and effort - they're an improvement definitely.

If it's a lot of work then don't bother, but if you can implement that button look with a few hours work then please do so because it does look a lot better.

I say stick with what's already there, and to save this thought for whatever future project you decide to take up.

I said that 'default are fine'... however, the custom ones DO look better. Really, it's a question of time for you. If it's a relatively minor change for you to do, it definitely adds to the feel and should be done. But if it's a big deal, then don't do it.

Depends how much additional time this will need to be added. Also, will these new buttons apply to everything?

Just because I like graphics and hate default crappy "programmer graphics" I vote for the new ones :)

I will admit that the new buttons look really good, and would be an excellent addition. But, I would not upgrade with them if it will cause a serious issue (massive time outlay, having to alter choices/background to fit.) And I will also note, that the old ones are somewhat transparent, while the new ones obscure more of the background art. Might become an issue as well.